Shusho Hossen is a ceremonial rite-of-passage marking a student”s promotion to the rank of Senior. It takes place at the conclusion of the intensive training period of Ango during which the student serves as a model to the sangha or community. The event is both a crucible and an empowerment for the student in that their understanding is tested by the community. As such, it is a participatory and deeply moving experience for all. At shusho hossen, the shusho gives his or her first dharma talk and takes questions from the community in a ceremonial conversation known as dharma dialogue.
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